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Northern lights short break in Iceland

COUNTRY:
Iceland
LOCATION:
Northern Lights
DEPARTURES:
2012: 1 Nov, 16 Nov
2013: 3 Jan, 18 Jan, 31 Jan, 7 Feb, 21 Feb, 28 Feb, 15 Mar
PRICE:
From £521 (4 days) excluding flights
MORE INFO:
Price includes: airport transfers, 3 nights accommodation (2 nights on half board basis at Hotel Ranga and 1 night on bed & breakfast basis at Northern Light Inn), entrance to the Blue Lagoon, services of a driver/guide and excursions as detailed in the itinerary. Single price £619.
VOUCHERS:
Gift vouchers can be used with this holiday
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How this holiday makes a difference

Environment

We have a close working relationship with our suppliers and encourage them to share our concerns about minimising impact on the environment. Environmental awareness is fundamentally important to most Icelanders and they are proud that Iceland is one of the most environmentally responsible countries in the world. Hotel Ranga and Northern Light Inn and their staff fully support these views and have an on-going environmental policy to endorse them, including recycling as much as they can, heating generated from natural geothermal springs and using hydroelectric power.

The Blue Lagoon itself is an example of natural recycling, consisting of the condensed geothermal brine flowing from the Svartsengi Power Plant. The brine is tapped from 2-3,000 meters below the surface of the lava fields, and comes up under extremely high pressure at 240ºC. The energy is harnessed with the latest technology and transferred to de-oxygenated spring water for heating and bathing. The "cooled" brine then flows into the lava field and directly to the Blue Lagoon.

Iceland remains at the forefront of renewable energy initiatives, in particular harnessing the abundance of hydro-electric and geothermal sustainable energy resources to provide heat and hot water for nearly the entire country. In addition it plans to become the first 100% renewable energy ‘hydrogen economy’, aiming to power the country’s cars, buses and fishing trawlers through its abundant renewable resources.

We are proud to support the Iceland Nature Conservation Association (INCA) whose primary objective is to conserve and protect the wilderness of Iceland. It is heavily involved in the public debate on sustainable and wise use of hydroelectric and geothermal resources, as well as focusing on fisheries issues, climate change and the conservation of whales.

In 26 years of operation, we have raised a significant sum of money for a number of extremely worthwhile causes, including the Whale Museum in Husavik and one of Scott Polar Research Institute’s (SPRI) projects - ‘Eurasian Arctic: Melting Ice’ - an ongoing in-depth study of glaciers and icecaps with regard to their sensitivity to climate change.

We are proud to hold the AITO 3-star Responsible Travel accreditation recognising our commitment to sustainable tourism.

Back home in our offices we have an active environmental policy including recycling bins throughout; printing our brochures on FSC accredited paper from sustainable forests; systems to encourage a paperless office; and movement sensor lights which use the latest energy-saving long-life elements.

Community

We are dedicated to ensuring that local communities and environment are treated with the utmost care and respect. We fully support local communities and are proud to use Hotel Ranga and Northern Light Inn, which are owned and managed by Icelanders, employ local staff and use locally sourced food products in their restaurants. Visiting the local natural wonders and taking part in excursions in the surrounding area brings the benefits of tourism, providing income and supporting local businesses, creating employment and contributing to the overall sustainable development of this region.

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Northern lights short break in Iceland
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Northern lights short break in Iceland

Reviewed 04 Apr 2012 by Bryan Tonkin4 star rating

1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?


The additional thoughtful information given by the guides on our escorted tour.
Nothing was too much or too difficult and they would stop anywhere or suggested interesting aspects we saw.

2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?


Note the above. A self-drive is cheaper but the guides add value and the local drivers know where they are going.

3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?


Yes. A group on a bus tour meant less individuals driving. It also ensured we kept to the right areas rather than wandering off.

4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?


Unfortunately we did not see the Northern lights, which was the purpose for going. However, we learned a lot about Iceland and had a lovely break.

Reviewed 29 Mar 2012 by Justina Cook4 star rating


1. What was the most memorable or exciting part of your holiday?


I enjoyed all of the holiday, but I really enjoyed seeing so many birds of prey.

2. What tips would you give other travellers booking this holiday?


Definitely take a fold up chair with you as there is a lot of standing. The days are long as you are up early and don't return to the hotel until dark. A flask is a good idea and a travel kettle for the room.

3. Did you feel that your holiday benefited local people, reduced environmental impacts or supported conservation?


The trip helped local businesses as guests used the local bar and shop in what is a very small village.

4. Finally, how would you rate your holiday overall?


Overall the holiday was fantastic. It was unfortunate that we did not see wolves, but the guides really tried their hardest and put in every effort to locate them. However there was still plenty to see and the guides were very knowledgeable, which really helped to make the holiday.
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Northern lights short break in Iceland
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